Stephen Covey once said, “Successful people begin with the end in mind.” I believe no success is worth losing your integrity. I believe that anything worth doing is worth doing right. I believe that trust is created with honesty, experience, and expertise, always in that order. I believe that value is in the eyes of the beholder and cannot be expressed in words. Our ULTIMATE end goal is to create results that meet, and hopefully exceed, our clients expectations.

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Background:

• BA in Architecture from Texas A&M
• Early career Graphic Designer for internet start-up EverydayWealth
• Founded Pixona, an online real-time video communications company
• Founded Glide Design in 2003

10 Interesting Facts About Travis:

1. He taught himself how to juggle when he was 10 years old.
2. He could not bear to live in a world without queso and chips.
3. His dog soul mate is also a company employee… Molly (and he married his true soul mate Kristen in 2009).
4. He ran track for Texas A&M, is a four time All-American, and set a big twelve record in the 600 meter dash in 2001.
5. He secretly wants to become a professional kite-boarder but settles for a fulfilling life as a professional web marketer.
6. He has a passion for all things Apple and hugs his iPad daily.
7. He won a local community area contest for longest hand-thrown paper air plane in 3rd grade.
8. He is insanely passionate about the principles of a best in class web design.
9. While being right handed, he still writes, acts, and thinks like he’s left handed.
10. At age 4, he had planned to be a professional surfer and world renowned architect.

I believe in listening before speaking. Listen with intent, speak with purpose. I see the big picture before I hurl myself headfirst into action. That said, once I know what the goal is, I come at it like a Tasmanian devil—well, a Tasmanian devil with considerably less rage and better business etiquette, but the energy is there. I take ambitious ideas and break them down into clear, bite-sized objectives. If you have a vision, I have a plan.

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Background:

• BFA in Theatre & Directing from Texas State University
• San Antonio Business Journal 40 Under 40
• Proficient in Spanish and Italian
• 24 years in full service branding, marketing, and advertising agencies
• Member of National Breast Cancer Foundation Advisory Council
• Founding Member of Amarillo Professional Women for Good
• Training and certifications in Entrepreneur Operating System, Culture Index, business management, agile project management, client services
• Produced radio, TV, and online video content in English and Spanish
• Managed omnichannel accounts and production for beloved retail and franchise accounts

10 Interesting Facts About Brooke:

1. She is left-handed, but she bowls and cuts right-handed.
2. She can go back to sleep after a dream and start it up again.
3. She is a mezzo soprano that enjoys belting out a few show tunes in her office.
4. She speaks Italian at home with her husband and children.
5. She got married in a century old castle in the Piedmont region of Italy.
6. She enjoys hiking, biking, and rock climbing with her family on the weekends.
7. She rearranges furniture constantly in an effort to suppress gypsy tendencies.
8. She has lived on a desert island where she experienced raining grasshoppers.
9. She waited tables at an Irish Pub pretending to be Irish to make better tips.
10. She once acted in a stage show as a nun who got pregnant, aborted her own child, and had stigmata. (Agnes of God)

I believe communication is everything. I know, cliché right? But really, that’s all “direction” of any kind comes down to—whether you’re making a website or movie or working in a busy kitchen. My job is to listen to what a client wants and translate that into a clear, executable plan for the site design. What appeals to each of us visually is subjective, but as long as we’re communicating well, we’ll get to the desired result—every time.

Background:

• BA in Communication from the University of Virginia
• Art direction and videography for independent TV
• Brand writing and digital strategy for Austin SEO startup
• Joined GLIDE in 2014 and assumed role of Creative Director
• Helped GLIDE become an award-winning design agency
• Led creative effort on high profile projects like Circuit of the Americas, Q2 Stadium, and dozens more

10 Interesting Facts About Drew:

1. . Likes every food except yellow mustard. Ewww.
2. Lived in the middle of Brooklyn, in a van, for months.
3. Yes, said van was sometimes parked down by the river.
4. Ernie (name of the van) was home and birthplace to Lolita (my cat) and her 4 siblings. (Okay, we get it, moving on from the van…)
5. He’s never had a tooth cavity, and is obnoxiously proud of it.
6. Avid player disc golfer … but even more avid watcher of disc golfer on YouTube
7. Campy horror movie fiend. One, two, Freddy’s coming for you…
8. Speaking of movies, Drew does a movie podcast every week with his sister and best friend. It’s called New Release (and they watch old movies).
9. Has lived the longest in the two cities that claim to be the weirdest (Portland and Austin). Hmmmm…
10. Keeps buying synthesizers even though he lacks even a SHRED of musical talent. You can tell him I said that.

I believe that people in today’s society are bombarded with too much information, and that in order to be successful, simplicity and usability are key. I believe that less is more and that simple is beautiful. I also believe that anything worth being done is worth being done well. Each client is unique. My aim is to bring a distinctive design solution for each one of them. I want clients to be thrilled with and proud of their websites. I aspire to make each website user-friendly and intuitive to site visitors.

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Background:

• Created first computer graphic images at 11 years old
• Freelance web designer for 8 years prior to co-founding GLIDE
• Google Analytics and DDD Certified

I am powered by authentic and transparent communication and meaningful interactions. I am an introvert who loves connecting with people one on one. I may not say much at first, but that’s because I’m staying present, observing and listening to what’s going on. My mind then goes a million miles per minute planning the next step, making a plan B and a plan Z, just in case. Being a planner by nature, I am flexible and open-minded in my planning, because unforeseen challenges may present themselves. Hence, why I make a plan B and Z.

Every interaction, whether internal or external, is an opportunity to cultivate something genuine.

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Background:

• BA in Bilingual Communications from The University of the Incarnate Word
• Specializes in project and account management for digital marketing and video production
• Produced TV and radio spots for Hispanic audiences
• Managed video content for some of the biggest publishers on Facebook
• Hypnotherapy Certified
• Certified Life Coach

10 Interesting Facts About Paola:

1. She loves languages. Her first language was Spanish, learned English after age 4, took 3 years of French in High School and currently she is learning Deutsch.
2. She’s a proud dog mom to a mini schnauzer named Guapo.
3. She enjoys taking personality tests. She is an INFJ.
4. She worked as an au pair in Germany for one year, and bonded with German kids.
5. Growing up, she spent every summer going to San Diego and Baja California to visit family.
6. Her first job at 16 was at Little Caesar’s pizza, and she never got tired of eating their pizza.
7. Heading to Berlin? She has lived there for 4+ years and will gladly give you some tips on how to experience the city and where to get the best döner kebab.
8. She is a Montessori alumni.
9. She is a former digital nomad.
10. She loves dino nuggets, chips and chocolate, but of course she also cooks real food and maintains a healthy lifestyle.

I’ve got that PMA; Positive Mental Attitude. I pride myself on being able to connect with people; by being kind, thoughtful and dependable. I want to help set up everyone on my team for success, that includes my clients, my colleagues and myself.

I’ve had the nickname Kimpossible for 20 years for a reason; because I want to help you in any way that I can and I plan to do so with a smile.

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Background:

• 12+ years of Digital Marketing
• 10+ years of Project Management
• 10+ years of Event Management
• 7 years as a friendly record store employee

10 Interesting Facts About Kimberly:

1. Traveled the world in a van with multiple bands as a tour manager, photographer and merchandise manager.
2. Was on a MTV dating show. Can you guess which one?
3. Has a wealth of pop culture knowledge.
4. Started an e-commerce business 6 years ago and has traveled around the US for tradeshows, creator markets and panels.
5. Volunteers with the French Bulldog Rescue Network for the last 10 years.
6. Has a frenchie named Charlie Brown and a dachshund mix named Phoebe Buffay.
7. Has built websites on Shopify, Wix, Squarespace, Weebly and WordPress.
8. Born and raised Dodgers fan.
9. Is right handed but was taught to bat left handed at a young age; now also golfs left handed. (Yes, it was very challenging to find clubs).
10. Collects Alice in Wonderland books and has over 80 editions/versions. It’s the best part of traveling, looking through old book stores for a new used editions she doesn’t already have.
11. Recent Lady of Scotland – her husband bought a plot of land in Scotland, UK!

Stories are a big part of my life: bedtime stories, news stories, Instagram stories, etc. So when I started my career in digital marketing, it’s no wonder I gravitated towards content strategy. I believe that content is the key to telling your brand story, building customer relationships and creating a memorable experience. I put your content to work in a way that will fulfill brand goals and I will not quit until we have reached them.

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Background:

• BA in Business Administration, Marketing Emphasis, Texas State University
• 5 years full service agency experience on digital marketing team
• Specialization in content marketing and social media strategy

10 Interesting Facts About Jessica:

1. She lived and studied in Limerick, Ireland for four months.
2. She went to college on a cheerleading scholarship.
3. Her collection of vintage/limited edition Barbies contains dolls purchased from stores in London and Paris.
4. Her go to Karaoke song is “You Ain’t Woman Enough” by Loretta Lynn but will butcher any song on request.
5. She sewed her own prom dress and still sews clothes, curtains and torn stuffed animals.
6. She loves cooking and her favorite meal is chicken enchilada casserole and sopapilla cheesecake.
7. She is a mother of two handsome little boys and can frequently be found cheering them on at soccer, basketball and t-ball games.
8. She is an avid reader and has a passion for writing.
9. She taught 9th grade girls Sunday School for 3 years.
10. Since joining GLIDE, she has enjoyed the benefits of being a stay at home working mom, able to continue her career while spending time with her babies and making it to every practice, game and school function.

Aesthetics are important but so are results. My goal as a designer is to create beautiful, intuitive experiences that are effective in achieving business goals. I feel very fortunate to work with the Glide team who value design that is both elegant and results-oriented. I love what I do, and I look forward to every new challenge.

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Background:

• BA in Psychology from the Emory University
• Web Design & Art Direction at various agencies since 2008
• Web Design on GLIDE projects starting in 2017

10 Interesting Facts About Gretchen:

1. She loves exploring different cities on vacation. No lying on the beach for her.
2. She is a huge fan of stand-up comedy. Her favorites include Ricky Gervais and Sarah Silverman.
3. Her two daughters keep her laughing daily.
4. She swam competitively through college.
5. She loves hearing life stories.
6. She wishes she could have dinner with Larry David and Howard Stern (he’s the best interviewer there is).
7. She likes to hike, run, and be outside but hates bright sun. She usually can be seen wearing a hat, glasses, and 20 layers of sunscreen anytime she goes outdoors.
8. She believes in breaking a sweat once a day.
9. She will go head-to-head with anyone in movie trivia.
10. She is a savant for birthdays. If you tell her your birthday once, she will remember it forever.

For as long as I can remember, I’ve loved to learn new things and help people. It makes sense that I was drawn to project management. To me, it’s not just about processes and organizing information; it’s about investing in people and helping see their ideas come to life for the greater good.

With experience and training in multiple PM methodologies, I’m a strong believer in doing what works to get things done. When I work with clients, I like to consider myself a part of their team. By understanding what drives them to do what they do, I can better advocate for their success as much as I do GLIDE’s. All in all, I’m here to help make people’s lives easier and hopefully do some good in the world.

Background:

• BA / MA in Communication Arts, Media Studies from University of the Incarnate Word
• 10+ years as a Project Manager
• 5 years experience in IT support and onboarding
• 5 years experience managing projects and initiatives at a nonprofit
• Certified ScrumMaster®
• Described by previous employer as someone who “delivers unfailingly and consistently”

10 Interesting Facts About Jessie:

1. Has worked for GLIDE twice! As a contractor from 2016 – 2017 and now full-time in 2022.
2. She and her fiance are registered yoga teachers. They completed their training together during the pandemic, and Jessie now teaches at a new yoga and movement studio in New Braunfels, Tx.
3. She is a proud dog mom to her giant goldendoodle named Jade (who likes to make appearances during Zoom meetings).
4. Her favorite art mediums are puzzles, coloring books, and alcohol inks.
5. Has an obsession with true crime documentaries/podcasts/shows (who doesn’t these days?!).
6. Once broke her ankle dancing to “shout” at a wedding.
7. Speaking of broken bones, she’s had at least 5—in addition to multiple other injuries, but we won’t go down that road. Let’s just say, she hurts when it gets cold. .
8. Wanted to be an archaeologist growing up.
9. Thinks she could compete on Name That Tune … and win.
10. Grows 15-foot sunflowers in her backyard every summer.

One of the reasons why I feel so passionate about SEO is that it makes me want to keep learning, growing, improving and just becoming a better and more knowledgeable person every day. I’ve always liked to learn new things. When I was about 4 years old I used to ask my mom to “give me homework”. I firmly believe that making lists are the building blocks for impeccable execution. I’m an incredibly passionate person and helping our clients reach their goals is just one of my passions

Background:

• 10+ years in Digital Marketing.
• 6+ years in SEO.
• Columbia Business School’s Digital Marketing: Social Media, Loyalty, Planning and Analytics.
• Green Belt Six Sigma Certification.
• BS in Business Administration with a concentration in Hospitality Management.

10 Interesting Facts About Melissa:

1. I was born and raised in sunny and humid Costa Rica, my first language is naturally Spanish.
2. I created my first to do list when I was 9 years old while packing for a trip.
3. I interned at Disney World and learned how the magic really happens.
4. I have a Spanish passport but have never been to Spain.
5. I’ve been dancing flamenco since I was 12 years old.
6. I adopted a rescue dog in 2019 that changed my life. We train and compete in dog agility.
7. I’ve had a shoe obsession ever since I can remember. As a kid I used to organize all of my family’s shoes for them.
8. I love learning about history and how other cultures lived in other times. It amazes me how they managed to survive.
9. I wrote a short story when I was 12 that won a contest and got published in Costa Rica. I don’t know where the short story is now.
10. I love traveling, exploring new places and meeting new people.

Man learns his whole life, growing up and changing himself at the same time – that’s why I’m excited about what each new day will bring and at the same time wonder who will I become in the course of time and what I will be able still to learn. I know that the road to success comes through hard work, determination, sacrifice and passion for what one likes to do. That is why, in time, my job became my passion. I value professionalism, honesty and commitment in people – I work for GLIDE for the same reasons. High five!

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Background:

• Art Director and Product Designer experience
• UX conferences and courses participant
• Front-end development and SEO experience

10 Interesting Facts About Marcin:

• He was an accordion street player – and would like to come back to this very soon
• Organizes his work using Time Timer
• First using Photoshop with number 6
• Sometimes he spins his moustache (and his fiance doesn’t like it)
• He worked for many years designing for hotel companies – ask him something about hotels – he should know
• Doesn’t have any pets, but he would like to have one
• Likes any music genre – he makes listening choices depending what he is currently designing
• On average, he changes cities every 3 years
• He started designing and developing websites when he was 15 years old
• He likes “smart” gadgets – he always searches for ways to improve an easy-going life

Background:

• Project management experience with agile, waterfall and hybrid methodologies
• BS in Information Science and Technology
• Studied Visual Design
• Completed CCNA certification
• Years of customer service and account management
• Experience working with nonprofits
• Studying for the PMP certification

10 Interesting Facts About Kate:

1. She grew up in Poland. Her Polish name is Kasia, but she goes by Kate to avoid Kesha jokes.
2. She’s an avid hiker, and loves hiking with her toddler. It’s like training with a weighted west, that wiggles and needs snacks.
3. She eloped on the Appalachian trail, on top of Mount LeConte (where she got engaged).
4. She camps regularly, and daydreams about DIY RV renovations.
5. Her two front teeth are fake. She broke her real ones in a goofy swimming accident.
6. She loves painting. She’s painted murals, micro canvases, shoes, nail designs.
7. She has a nail polish obsession – she has around 100 bottles.
8. She has dyed her hair almost every color: blonde, orange, red, pink, purple, blue, green, brown, black…
9. She skateboards with her husky, which, surprisingly, took less than a week of training.
10. She is overly-attached to her house plants, and takes a plant dying very personally.

Adversity has been my greatest teacher. It’s taught me how to solve problems, find creative solutions, discover the underlying need that the current issue is disguising, pull in resources to fill gaps, hear the unspoken words, and most importantly . . . to keep moving forward no matter what. I like to remember that behind all of our systems and processes there are real people with real concerns, real goals, and real obstacles to overcome. This is why project management is not just a job to me. By taking complicated problems and breaking them down into their component parts, we can develop a plan of action, keep things moving forward, and ultimately create meaningful change in the world.

Background:

• BA in Philosophy, Millersville University of Pennsylvania
• Overseas Studies Program, UK: History of Art and Architecture
• Overseas Studies Program, Israel: Field Archaeology
• 20+ years of professional experience in Web Development, Digital Marketing, and Consulting
• Experience helping large and small organizations in a variety of industries, including Financial Services, Manufacturing & CPG, Healthcare, Construction, Entertainment, and more
• 20+ years of professional experience in the music industry as a musician, composer, producer, engineer, and educator

10 Interesting Facts About Jeff:

1. He grew his hair down to his waist several times and donated a cumulative length of 6ft (183cm) to Locks of Love.
2. He had his large intestines surgically removed and loves to answer questions about his ileostomy.
3. He loves to read books and listen to podcasts.
4. He has Amish heritage, and is first generation “English” (the Amish term for “outsider”).
5. He is a factory-authorized service tech for Taylor Guitars.
6. He has been training in parkour for five years.
7. He’s fascinated by neuroscience, psychology, and personality theory.
8. He is 100% Gluten Free and loves exploring hot/spicy/ethnic foods.
9. He spent a summer in Israel working on an archaeological dig.
10. He would like to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail someday.

Ever since I was a little kid I always experimented, tearing down toys piece by piece and wanting to build different toys on my own from those parts. As the years went on, I wanted to have my own business so I started working online, creating websites, ranking them and selling them after. This is where I came across SEO which later turned into my passion. I love to analyze data, solve problems, compete with others and try to predict what will happen. I believe in hard work, loyalty and honesty but most importantly freedom and the team which is why I joined GLIDE.

Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in entrepreneurship.
• Google Analytics certified.
• 6+ years of experience in digital marketing.
• Worked on more than 150 websites worldwide.
• Had an SEO consulting agency in Serbia.
• Interested in Cryptocurrency
• Google analytics Certified
• Experience in SEO Blueprint

10 Interesting Facts About Nebojša:

1. At the age of 14 solved the Albert Einstein IQ test.
2. Created my first start-up at the age of 17 and sold it.
3. Had a best selling course on Udemy covering website flipping.
4. Ex-Udemy instructor with more than 15,000 students enrolled.
5. I love Netflix, SciFi, hacking and horror movies with snacks.
6. I love growing plants and other decorative trees.
7. Did karate in high school.
8. Played tennis and football as a kid.
9. I live with 5 crazy cats and a dog!
10. My goal is to have a sustainable smart-home, clean energy, organic food and freedom.

For a long time I’ve believed in experiences over things. Creating experiences is why I enjoy design so much. It gives me an opportunity to build a world around people. As a creative director, I understand how important the complete visual experience is to a brand. I’ve focused on UI/UX, branding and print design, but the core of what I do is design thinking: creating solutions to problems. I am at my best when presenting concepts, talking through my UX and design approach, and helping to gain alignment while also pushing the status quo.

Background:

• UI/UX, branding and print design.
• BA in graphic design from Flagler College.
• 10+ years experience as a visual designer.
• Versatile client experience ranging from startups and enterprise leaders to local businesses to Fortune 500 companies.
• Helped clients secure more than 100 million in VC funding.

10 Interesting Facts About Katie:

1. Currently amassing a collection of decorations for a fully-immersive tiki bar in her backyard and perfecting her cocktails.
2. She is an SNL superfan and fulfilled her lifelong dream of being at a taping at 8H.
3. Loves travel and plans on returning to Japan and Italy soon. Currently traveling locally to every Texas swimming hole she can find.
4. Looking for the perfect illustration from fellow Cincinnati native Charley Harper to get as a first tattoo.
5. Almost completed an engineering degree at University of Florida before graphic design came calling so she has a knack for math and numbers. She can remember her credit cards within days.
6. Has two Miniature Schnauzers, Desmond and Penny that were named after characters from Lost (who were actually named after Beatles lyrics).
7. Loves all things mid-century, furniture, art, clothes…
8. Has a passion for cooking and is renowned among friends and neighbors for her chicken tinga recipe.
9. Stand up comedy connoisseur who lured her husband into a full heckling from Dave Attel at the Comedy Cellar.
10. Can recite most/all of the Sandlot, Royal Tenenbaums and Anchorman. (It’s so damn hot. Milk was a bad choice.)

The biggest desire I have in life is to help wherever/however I can through service to others and deep connection. Whether it was working in veterinary clinics, or running around in the U.S. Capitol, I slowly began to recognize the drive I have to connect with others through high-impact causes. As someone who loves finding creative solutions to people’s problems mixed with a little bit of self-motivation and mindset shifts, I found that overtime, I could really do the most good in the digital realm (specifically marketing and content) – because for me, we all desire to be seen, understood, and to be part of something bigger than ourselves. There is something about helping others see their own strengths and how to pull those out and into their business, and I love helping them understand where the story begins, and when or how to tell it in an authentic and creative way.

Background:

• Graduate of Texas A&M University with a B.S. in Wildlife and Fisheries Science with a pre-veterinary medicine emphasis.
• Spent 5 combined years working for the federal U.S. Government in the House of Representatives and Senate
• Owned and operated an online vintage resale shop, Mixed Vintage, for 2 years.
• Became the Creative Director for a local women’s wardrobe stylist in Dallas, TX – where she began to get her toes wet in the marketing and content scene.
• Owns and operates a small digital marketing business, Sydnie Social, where she helps manage social media accounts and create social media strategies, blogs, and newsletters for clients across the U.S.
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10 Interesting Facts About Sydnie:

1. Used to give Capitol Tours in Washington, DC.
2. Was born in Hawaii – is not Hawaiian, but pulls off the “local” look and avoids tourist traps (heh heh).
3. Was recited “Green Eggs and Ham” to by Bill Nye the Science Guy.
4. Loves cottage cheese.
5. Was the Founder of the Lord of the Rings club back in Elementary school. Character of choice? Legolas. Now? Aragorn.
6. Would love to start a podcast one day of friend-to-friend conversations surrounding deep topics that people shy away from. Maybe she’s a Scorpio. Maybe it’s Maybeline…
7. Has a dream to design and create cool BOOTS!
8. Has an older sister who lives in London, and if the past repeats itself, where sister goes, Sydnie goes…
9. Went to university to be a veterinarian for endangered species.
10. Favorite way to move? Sprints, HIIT, and dancing!!!

You will find me at the intersection of creativity and integrity. How did I get here? In my youth, writing poetry opened the door to expressing myself creatively, playing sports and gaming challenged my analytical mind. These pursuits celebrate my innate left and right-brain approach to all things personal and professional. As a result, the opportunity to effectively manage projects while bringing innovation, imagination and collaborative solutions draws me to project management and digital marketing.

Background:

• Project Manager, Digital Marketing
• Digital Marketing Growth Consultant
• Web Design, Producer, and Content Creator
• Managing Editor, Online Soccer Magazine
• Columnist, Online newspaper
• Manager of Production, Internet-based Ad Agency
• 15 years of Film/TV/Music Production

10 Interesting Facts About Dani:

1. A very proud mom of her daughter, Dylan.
2. Women’s professional/college soccer enthusiast.
3. Lead singer – one woman band. Private concerts in her car.
4. Jumped out of a plane, once.
5. Learned to skateboard in empty swimming pools.
6. Skipped 7th grade – lived to suggest otherwise.
7. Competed in roller skating, ran track, and later she trained every morning before school in ice skating.
8. Owned and operated “Computer Tutor” + built WordPress, Shopify, Wix, and Squarespace sites.
9. Loves all things Apple.
10. Admits to have watched every episode/season of MTV’s The Challenge.

As a creative, organized, and customer-service driven person, I strive to provide my clients with more fulfilling, quality lives by utilizing my skill-set. One of my favorite quotes is by Jay Danzie: “Your smile is your logo, your personality is your business card, how you leave others feeling after having an experience with you becomes your trademark”.

Background:

Over the last 20+ years I have provided bookkeeping, accounting, payroll, management, and various office support services for a diverse range of industries. Since 2016 I’ve enjoyed working for a local Texas CPA/CFP serving individuals, businesses, and trust clients around the world.

10 Interesting Facts About Marissa:

1. Passionate about cooking, but dislike following a recipe, so I tend to measure with my eyes & heart.
2. Lifetime fan of the Greenbay Packers football team.
3. Nature lover who enjoys hiking and camping, especially with my other half and our adorable mutt.
4. Related to the explorers Leif Erikson and Meriwether Lewis.
5. Animal lover.
6. Lived in the beautiful mountains of Northern Arizona for over 26 years.
7. Avid reader whose lifetime favorite authors include J.R.R. Tolkien, Anne Rice, and Steven King.
8. Artistic, crafty, and creative.
9. Italy and Ireland are two places on my bucket-list.
10. Won’t say no if offered chocolate, wine, or ice cream.

Sales get a bad rap, often rightfully so. Thankfully, those times of traditional sales are coming to an end. Today, this role is about problem-solving and helping clients position themselves as market leaders in an uber-competitive landscape. It’s about showing empathy, providing value, and building long-lasting relationships. This modern approach to an old art form drives me everyday to be better for our clients and those who want to work with us.

Background:

• 10+ Years in B2B, B2C sales
• 3+ Years in Client Management
• 4+ Years in Digital Marketing Solutions

10 Interesting Facts About Joe:

1. He’s not a big fan of heights but has skydiving experience.
2. When he was 6, he dreamed of becoming a cryptozoologist to finally prove the loch ness monster was still alive! Today, he’s pretty sure it’s not.
3. He worked in the music industry and even helped place a record on Britney Spears’s album “Glory.”
4. Stand-up comedy is one of his favorite forms of art.
5. He’s very interested in different forms of culinary discipline.
6. Believes black coffee is the best kind of coffee.
7. Drove a Jeep up the 10,000 foot volcano of East Maui to watch the sunset. Only to realize he had to drive back down in the dark.
8. He’s always wanted a tattoo but will probably never get one out of fear of buyer’s remorse.
9. One life goal is to become a certified sommelier.
10. His favorite holiday is Thanksgiving.

I work toward success with the big picture in mind. It’s easy in work (and in life) to focus on maximizing one metric at the expense of others – I work toward the best total outcome even if that means working outside of my usual comfort zone. I prefer long-term success to short-term wins – but generally speaking I look for ways to make both happen together.

Background:

• Holds a B.S. in Business Administration and a B.S. in Music from the University at Albany
• 8 years experience in digital marketing (PPC / SEO / SMM / Email / Offline / eComm)
• 5 years in a Director-level role
• Google Ads Certified
• Earned a certificate for Web Development from Codecademy (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, SQL)

10 Interesting Facts About Dan:

1. I won a national bass guitar solo competition judged by Bakithi Kumalo (bassist for Paul Simon).
2. Avid road tripper, hiker, and stargazer.
3. Proud cat dad of an extra fluffy Norwegian forest cat named Suki.
4. I have a tattoo based on infinite mathematics.
5. I have a bass cover of a Red Hot Chili Peppers song on YouTube with almost 50,000 views.
6. Pretty good with a hacky sack.
7. I studied abroad in London.
8. My high school metal band opened for the group that wrote the Kablam theme song from Nickelodeon.
9. My friends and I got written up in Billboard magazine for being really good campground neighbors at a music festival.
10. If coffee suddenly stopped existing I too would simply disappear.

For as long as I can remember, I’ve had an insatiable curiosity. Whether it be about a new culture, subject matter, or problem to solve, chances are I’ll have a list of questions running through my head before I open my mouth to speak. This natural curiosity, along with a background in global communication and visual culture, informs my creative and strategic approach to project management. I strongly believe that an open mind and curious outlook are essential for innovation and continuous improvement.

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Background:

• BA in Linguistics, University of Pittsburgh
• MA in Global Communications: Visual and Material Culture, The American University of Paris
• Background in Brand Management, Project Management, and Localization

10 Interesting Facts About Madeline:

1. She enjoys restoring vintage furniture..
2. Her cat has an EU passport.
3. You’ll find her bookcase full of titles like “Retire Before Mom and Dad” and “Playing the Matrix.”
4. She has danced with the Rockettes at Radio City Music Hall.
5. She is a Rotary International Youth Exchange alumni.
6. When she was 9, she hiked the Precipice Trail in Acadia NP.
7. She is moderately afraid of heights (see reason above).
8. Completing a century ride is an item on her bucket list.
9. She has a goal to visit 50+ countries and 50 US states by 2030.
10. The most interesting coursework she has completed was a class called “Food, Culture, and Communication,” involving an in-depth study of Comté, and ethnographic fieldwork in the Jura region of France.